Radiologic Technologist II
ThedaCare
- Location
- Onsite (ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton, Wisconsin)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
ThedaCare is an integrated healthcare system serving Wisconsin, seeking a Radiologic Technologist II to perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures. The role ensures image quality and radiation safety while prioritizing patient care in a collaborative environment.
Skills
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Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
Summary :
The Radiologic Technologist II is responsible for performing diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures on all patients. Evaluates image quality and utilizes proper radiation safety practices.Job Description:
SCHEDULE:
8-hour PM Shifts
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment and safety practices in the areas of main department, interventional radiology, surgery, emergency department, and outpatient surgery.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to perform all radiology procedures per protocol and adjusts techniques according to patient needs, i.e., critical or emergency. Consults with providers as needed.
- Provides practical instruction for students and other health care professionals.
- Applies critical thinking skills and ensures order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
- Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy or procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.
- Practices safety at all times, which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for team members and patients using mobilization and immobilization devices, following safe patient handling practices, following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment), and following hand hygiene to comply with government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Must be 18 years of age
- Graduate of an accredited radiography program
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Wisconsin license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
- Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
- Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
- Occasional high noise level in work environment
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
- Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients